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Crickley Hill is one of the finest examples of unimproved limestone grassland in the county and is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for its rich diversity of wildflowers such as yellow wort, carline thistle, autumn gentian and clustered bellflower. It also supports good populations of butterflies such as Chalkhill Blue.
It is also important for adders and slow worms. From these limestone grasslands the reserve affords fantastic views over the Severn Vale. In addition to its rich wildlife the site is also important archaeologically, and has a rich documented history extending back over 5000 years. As such the site is also a Scheduled Ancient Monument (SAM).
Parking permits can also be purchased (Monthly £15, Quarterly £45 and Annually £150).
Have your say - In April 2016 Gloucestershire County Council transferred its ownership of Crickley Hill Country Park to Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust. Working in partnership with the National Trust, we want to improve Crickley Hill for wildlife and people, but need more information about current and potential visitors, what they enjoy and what needs improving. We would greatly appreciate 5 minutes of your time to help us with this.
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Species and habitats
- Habitats
- Grassland
- Species
- Carline Thistle, Autumn Gentian, Chalkhill blue, Adder, Slow-worm
Nearby nature reserves
- Barrow Wake
- 1 miles - Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust
- Badgeworth
- 3 miles - Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust
- The Park Campus, University of Gloucestershire
- 3 miles - Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust